Decorating a room is easy!
All you need are a few tips to get you started.
Here is how I do it:
1) Decide what will stay and what will go in the room you are decorating.
2) Make a list of the things you will need to buy.
3) Draw up a budget as a starting point.
4) Consider items that will give you the “most bang for your buck”. Paint, slipcovers and accessories can make a dramatic impact.
5) Generate ideas by collecting inspirational materials. Fabric swatches, paint chips, wallpaper, paintings, photos and magazine tear sheets.
Next, Take a look at the items that you have collected and consider the folowing:
1) Are you drawn to warm colors (reds & Yellows) or do you prefer Cool colors (blues & greens)?
2) Do you like a lot of colors or various shades of one color?
3) Are you looking to create a calm environment or a energized one?
4) How does your color selection work with the other elements in the room?
Summing up:
*Consider the size and the light cinditions in the room. The larger the space the more color there will be.
*View your samples in the room. All the elements in the room have an impact on each other.
* Repeat colors in other elements in the room, carpet, draperies and pillows are all important way to tie in color.
Finally: Take a look at the work you have done; You should love all of the colors, fabrics, patterns and textiles that you have chosen… you are on your way!
